Horizontal Talent
Sr. IT Data Engineer
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This role is for a Sr. IT Data Engineer, offering a contract length of 4 weeks with a pay rate of $41 - $78 per hour. Key skills include SQL, Python, data modeling, and experience in a research environment with economic data.
🌎 - Country
United States
💱 - Currency
$ USD
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💰 - Day rate
624
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🗓️ - Date
June 27, 2026
🕒 - Duration
Unknown
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🏝️ - Location
Unknown
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📄 - Contract
Unknown
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🔒 - Security
Unknown
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📍 - Location detailed
Washington, DC
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🧠 - Skills detailed
#SQL (Structured Query Language) #Distributed Computing #Deployment #Microsoft Azure #Data Pipeline #Python #AI (Artificial Intelligence) #Scripting #PostgreSQL #Cloud #Data Engineering #AWS (Amazon Web Services) #Time Series #"ETL (Extract #Transform #Load)" #Snowflake #Data Architecture #Azure #MySQL #R #ML (Machine Learning) #Database Design #Data Modeling #NoSQL
Role description
Join our team as a Senior IT Data Engineer and be at the forefront of transforming data architecture and optimizing data pipelines for impactful economic policy and research initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced technologies and collaborate with experts to drive meaningful data solutions.
Responsibilities
• Design and enhance data architecture to support research and policy teams.
• Develop and optimize data pipelines for efficient data flow and collection.
• Collaborate with economists and technical experts to ensure optimal data delivery.
• Improve existing data systems and build new ones from the ground up.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify opportunities for system improvements.
Skills
• Proven experience in data modeling, database design, and administration.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and relational database platforms like PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• Advanced knowledge of Python, R, and other scripting languages for data engineering.
• Experience with large-scale data systems and distributed computing.
• Ability to design and communicate enterprise information architecture effectively.
Preferred Skills
• Experience with cloud technologies such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Snowflake.
• Familiarity with NoSQL and graph database technologies.
• Knowledge of machine learning model development and deployment.
• Experience in a research environment or with economic/financial data.
• Understanding of time series data and related analytical techniques.
At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that diversity drives innovation and are dedicated to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.
Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at www.horizontaltalent.com/job-board. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $41 - $78 per hour based on qualifications and experience.
Join our team as a Senior IT Data Engineer and be at the forefront of transforming data architecture and optimizing data pipelines for impactful economic policy and research initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced technologies and collaborate with experts to drive meaningful data solutions.
Responsibilities
• Design and enhance data architecture to support research and policy teams.
• Develop and optimize data pipelines for efficient data flow and collection.
• Collaborate with economists and technical experts to ensure optimal data delivery.
• Improve existing data systems and build new ones from the ground up.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify opportunities for system improvements.
Skills
• Proven experience in data modeling, database design, and administration.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and relational database platforms like PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• Advanced knowledge of Python, R, and other scripting languages for data engineering.
• Experience with large-scale data systems and distributed computing.
• Ability to design and communicate enterprise information architecture effectively.
Preferred Skills
• Experience with cloud technologies such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Snowflake.
• Familiarity with NoSQL and graph database technologies.
• Knowledge of machine learning model development and deployment.
• Experience in a research environment or with economic/financial data.
• Understanding of time series data and related analytical techniques.
At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that diversity drives innovation and are dedicated to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.
Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at www.horizontaltalent.com/job-board. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $41 - $78 per hour based on qualifications and experience.
